Sermons on Reason And Faith:

Faith That Is Worthless Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Mar 16, 2011

This sermon examines the worthless faith of Simon. It explains why his faith was worthless and how we can avoid a worthless faith today.

* Popular notion: "As long as you believe something you'll be okay before God." * It is possible to believe in the wrong person or to believe the wrong thing. * When this occurs, faith becomes worthless; when what or who we have faith in is not correct * Examples of worthless faith... - People of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Baptist

Degrees Of Faith!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 11, 2011

The Bible shows us that there are degrees of faith. In this outline we list the Bible degrees of faith and the how we can increase our faith and in closing how that Jesus always had quick results in His Faith. The disciples said in Luke 17:5 (KJV) And the

DEGREES OF FAITH! The Bible shows us that there are degrees of faith. In this outline we list the Bible degrees of faith and the how we can increase our faith and in closing how that Jesus always had quick results in His Faith. The disciples said in Luke 17:5 (KJV) And the apostles said unto the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:4-6

Living By Faith Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 13, 2010

4 times in Scripture, the phrase "The Just Shall Live by Faith" is repeated; 3 times in New Testament – each with different emphasis...

Galatians 3:11 Hebrew 2:4: Live by Faith Galatians 2:20 “life” 5 times 1. Sin = Death – Eden &Adam, Ezekiel 18:20 2. Christ = life – John 10:10 to Martha – John 11:25,26 / John 3:16, 5:24, 14:6, 6:41,51 Living process – A process of Faith * Life begins at _____ (40? ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:11

Denomination: Baptist

A Breach Of Faith

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 15, 2010

If God wrote your obituary, what would He say? Verses 13-14 of 1 Chronicles 10 provide a sad obituary for a man that been called of God but whose life ended in tragedy and ruin. God cuts no quarters in telling us exactly what brought about this downfall.

A Breach of Faith 1 Chronicles 10:1-14 If God wrote your obituary, what would He say? Verses 13-14 of 1 Chronicles 10 provide a sad obituary for a man that been called of God but whose life ended in tragedy and ruin. God cuts no quarters in telling us exactly what brought about this downfall. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 10:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Justification By Faith

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jul 20, 2010

Justification by faith apart from works has always been God’s plan for salvation. Abraham was an Old Testament example.

Introduction Justification by faith apart from works has always been God’s plan for salvation. Old Testament example is Abraham. 1. Only Blind Faith Leads to Righteousness What then shall we say that Abraham our father has found according to the flesh? 2For if Abraham was justified ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Live By Faith? Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2010

The purpose for this message is to show us the need to live by faith and encourage us to start today.

WHAT IN THE WORLD IS GOING ON? A SERIES FROM HABAKKUK Live By Faith? Habakkuk 1:12-2:4 INTRODUCTION: A. Let me summarize (quickly) last weeks message: 1. Habakkuk was asking God why He did not do something about all the ungodliness in the land of Judah - He just could not understand ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Faithful Husband

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jul 24, 2010

God is faithful in spite of our unfaithfulness. We are saved by grace alone.

A Faithful Husband, Hosea 1:2-11 Introduction The book of Hosea is the first of those books of the Old Testament known as the writings of the Minor Prophets. They are often referred to by an Aramaic term “Trei Asar,” which means the twelve. They are called as such (Minor Prophets) ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:2-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Faith In The Storm

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Aug 9, 2010

This sermon teaches us that we are to have faith even in the storms in our life.

Faith even in the Storm 8/8/2010 Matthew 14:22-33 Some people are afraid when a storm comes. I personally am not one of them. My cats though will hide under the bed when a bad storm arises. I heard about a little boy who when he heard the storm outside so he called to his mother and asked if he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: *other

Defining Faith

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 17, 2010

We have defined faith in many different ways, but it is really quite clear. Here is an example of faith that comes from God, and faith that comes from ourself.

Passage: Matthew 17:14-23 Intro: Something has been going on for years on the Arizona-Nevada border. PP early bridge picture. 1. bridge to replace having to drive on 2 lane road over Hoover Dam at like 15 mph. 2. they are connecting two sides of the Colorado River by a bridge. 3. use ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Faith Is The Answer

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Aug 31, 2010

Faith is the link that bonds us to Christ, and works, nor any other mindset or practice, can forge the bond that only faith can secure.

FAITH IS THE ANSWER GALATIANS 3:6-14 INTRODUCTION Consider the question: 'What must I do to be saved?' Time has revealed various answers. Some think they do not need saving because they do not believe they are lost. They reject the idea of a God that we are responsible to. They do not believe in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

Visible Faith

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 2, 2010

We need to make sure our faith is visible and real so others might see who God really is in us!

Visible Faith -Our lives are on display. This is true of all who calls themselves Christ followers or Christians. Since our lives are on display, we need to be sure that people can see Jesus, not just us. People won’t stay interested very long if they just see me. But if they can see Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Proof Of Faith Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 12, 2010

Authentic Faith is always accompanied by works.

The Proof of Faith James 2:14-26 * To establish a historical event is to depend on two principles; a) evidence. Evidence is all we have left of past events because we cannot recreate them and, b) determine what is probable, not what is possible. All kinds of things are ‘possible’, but generally, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

A Call To Faith

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Sep 30, 2010

A sermon for the 19th Sunday after Pentecost, proper 22, series C

19th Sunday after Pentecost [Pr.22] October 3, 2010 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through the power of your Holy Spirit, unite us together as a community of faith, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:3-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith In A Famine

Contributed by Douglas Mcdaris on Oct 9, 2010

Examine the faith of the widow woman that took care of Elijah. 1. Pressing Circumstances. 2. Personal Crisis. and 3. Prophetic Challenge. God tries our faith that we might try His faithfulness.

Faith In A Famine 1 Kings 17:1-24 Introduction: A Lack of Leadership. Ahab Rejected The Servant of God. Ahab Rejected The Sayings of God. Ahab Rejected The Strength of God. 1. Pressing Circumstances. A. Drinking at the Brook. B. Dryness at the Brook. 2. Personal Crisis. A. Starving in a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Faith In The Storm

Contributed by Jamel Salter on Oct 11, 2010

Difficult times or "Storms" are a normal part of life. We all go through problems from time to time. During those times we will respond in one of two ways. Either we respond in fear, or we respond in Faith.

Mark 4:35-41 35 On the same day, when evening had come, He said to them, "Let us cross over to the other side." 36 Now when they had left the multitude, they took Him along in the boat as He was. And other little boats were also with Him. 37 And a great windstorm arose, and the waves beat into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: *other